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Commercial freight transportation businesses rely on data, intelligence, and novel solutions for operational efficiency. Transport Topics technology coverage investigates available technologies, real-world applications of business solutions, and the strategies necessary for advancement. News topics focus on the latest applied science, and issues range from autonomous vehicle and robotics innovations to management software, tracking and transparency, data analytics, blockchain, and the internet of things.

Business, Technology, Equipment

Chip Crisis Deepens With Daimler, Jaguar Warning of Lost Sales

Daimler AG and Jaguar Land Rover became the latest carmakers to warn of crimped sales as a result of the global semiconductor shortage, with the latter flagging that deliveries in the second quarter will be 50% worse than initially thought.

July 6, 2021
Business, Technology, Equipment, Fuel

Daimler, Volvo, Traton Form $593 Million Truck-Charging Venture

Daimler AG, Volvo AB and Traton SE plan to set up a joint venture for a high-performance charging network for battery-electric trucks and coaches across Europe to keep up with tightening regulation in the European Union.

July 6, 2021
Government, Business, Technology, Equipment, Safety

Industry, Regulators Target Higher Adoption Rates for Onboard Safety Technologies

Can a concerted outreach campaign convince more motor carriers to voluntarily embrace proven safety technologies, or will it take a potential regulatory mandate to drive adoption rates?

July 6, 2021
Business, Technology

Trailers on the Road to Becoming Smart Partners in Freight Hauls

A new report from the Technology & Maintenance Council of American Trucking Associations said technology can help improve trailer utilization and help trailers become “full partners” with tractors in moving freight more efficiently.

July 2, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Lordstown Motors Drops on Report of Justice Probe

Lordstown Motors Corp. slid after the Wall Street Journal reported that the troubled electric-vehicle startup is being probed by the U.S. Justice Department.

July 2, 2021
Business, Technology, Fuel

Tesla Delivers Record 201,250 Cars in Second Quarter

Tesla Inc. delivered 201,250 cars worldwide in the second quarter, a record for the electric-car maker led by CEO Elon Musk.

July 2, 2021
Technology

Everything You Need to Know About Truck Tolling

Toll facilities generate billions of dollars every year and much of this comes from trucking. Read the PrePass whitepaper: “A Guide to Trucking Toll Costs in America” and learn how trucking fleets can avoid tolling pitfalls and actually save money.

July 1, 2021
Technology, Safety

The Future of Finance is in the CFO’s Hands

It’s no secret that CFOs need to be strategic, but adopting a tactical financial approach on top of juggling traditional responsibilities is easier said than done. This white paper dives into how other CFOs are taking on the role of a strategic business partner, while managing a continuous close and how you can too.

July 1, 2021
Technology

See more with machine vision and artificial intelligence (MV+AI) triggered video

Lytx® MV+AI technology is engineered to provide an expanded view of risk by identifying risky behaviors that may lead to collisions, lawsuits, or customer complaints. This additional insight into your fleet can help empower drivers to improve and drive down risk.

July 1, 2021
Business, Technology, Top 100

Navistar Merges With Traton Group in $3.7 Billion Deal

Navistar International Corp. announced it merged with Munich-based Traton Group in a transaction valued at $3.7 billion, finalizing a strategic alliance launched in 2017.

July 1, 2021